What to do When You Start a Job You Don't Want

Dear Reader, 

This is a letter written to my new job. It’s got a bundle of emotions and thoughts wrapped up in it. Maybe you can relate. 

Dear Factory, 

This might seem awkward but I’m not looking forward to meeting you. 

I am. But I’m also going to be mourning my past job. 

It was fantastic, it played to all my strengths relationally and creatively. 

You won’t give me that same capability.  

I’m not looking forward to coming in every day to put cookies and crackers into containers. That’s not what I said I wanted to do growing up at all. It was never an option I considered.

The atmosphere in the building is quite loud. 

It’s hard to hear someone even if they’re right next to you. 

The idea of trying to foster relationships or even conversations is quite discouraging. 

The money is nice. That’s sadly the only reason I’m coming to you. I have bills I need to pay, and I’ve been told you can help me with that. 

I will work hard. 

I’ll put my best foot forward and do everything I can to glorify God while I’m within your walls. 

My attitude may sway a bit at the beginning, but hopefully not. 

I sadly know myself pretty well, and my emotional state might take a while to transfer over. 

I’ve prayed over this job for months now. 

I’ve procrastinated applying for so long, mainly because I didn’t want my opportunity to teach and love people for my job to slip through my fingers. 

It felt like I was just getting started like I was about to hit my stride. 

But in reality, God was making it clear that it was time for me to head out and take care of stewardship of his vessel and funds more clearly. 

I’m sorry if this letter comes off quite negatively. 

Before I come to my orientation I will submit myself before God and the leadership there internally.

I will rely on the lord for my strength and joy. 

I will succeed. 

I will do the best I can in all things. 

I do ask for grace with my inevitable failures ahead of time. 

I can be quite silly sometimes and make choices that aren’t always the best. 

I don’t think I’ll be with you long Factory. 

There are many things on the horizon that I am quite excited about.

But, however long My Commander and Chief places me at this post I will serve you in word and deed. 

I’ll be there soon. 

Sincerely your Future Cookie Packer, 

-Mitchell